Turkey villa holidays

Kayte Williams
(Holidays Expert)

James Villas - Spectacular sunsets over skylines of terracotta rooftops and minarets leave a lasting image of Turkey, a fascinating blend of east and west. Choose from our selection of 37 properties spanning the beautiful coast and countryside.

Cosmos - Cosmos offer a range of properties across the Mediterranean and Canary Islands. From the Balearic Islands to the Algarve and Cyprus, they include a variety of quality-checked properties from cosy rural hideaways to spacious family villas, all with pools, many of them private.  They also offer flights from most UK airports.

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Bodrum villa holidays

Bodrum is a vibrant and bustling resort with waterfront cafes and restaurants and chic boutiques.  Nightlife is very lively with plenty of bars and clubs, the most famous one being Halikarnas, an outdoor disco set in a castle which is renowned throughout Europe. From your villa, head along the peninsula to take in the dramatic coastal scenery and pretty holiday villages that are built into the hillside. Alternatively, take a stroll along the twin harbours lined with yachts. From here you can take boat trips to other islands and secluded beaches.

Gumbet villa holidays

With its sandy shingle beach and pretty bay, this area is ideal for windsurfing and other water sports and is a good base for a relaxing villa holiday - from here, you can take boat trips to explore the coastline.  There are plenty of bars and restaurants here, but if you're looking for something a little livelier, take the short bus ride to Bodrum.

Marmaris villa holidays

Marmaris boasts a spectacular bay surrounded by mountains and gorgeous sandy beaches.  From your villa head into town to explore the huge marina filled with yachts and the restaurants, cafes and bars that line the cobbled streets of the old town. Marmaris is currently growing a repuation for its busy nightlife drawing masses of tourists year after year.  If you're looking for peace and quiet, this probably isn't the best resort for you.

Icemeler villa holidays

Just along the coast from Marmaris is the pretty village of Icemeler.  Famous for its palmed lined beach, it's much quieter than its neighbour with its waterfront restaurants and laid-back nightlife.  It's a great place for families and couples looking for a relaxing villa holiday.

Fethiye villa holidays

Fethiye is still a working market town but a great place to visit.  With a pretty harbour and stunning mountain views, there are shops, cafes and bars galore - and it's only a short bus ride away from the famous blue lagoon! (see Olu Deniz guide)

Olu Deniz villa holidays

With one of the most photographed beaches in Europe, Olu Deniz is the home of the famous 'Blue Lagoon'.  This beach is in a conservation area that protects the scenery, sands and clear blue waters from high-rise building developments that would otherwise spoil the area.  From your villa here head along the beach front to find lots of bars, cafes and restaurants.  Sip a cocktail here whilst you people watch, or participate in the water sports and paragliding going on all around you.

Hisaronu villa holidays

Hisaronu is a tailor-made holiday destination inland from the coast  just a short bus ride away from Olu Deniz and bursting with touristy bars and restaurants.  Formerly a small, sleepy farming community, it's unrecognisable these days as mass tourism has taken over. Hisaronu is a short journey away from a ghostly village, known as Kaya Village - filled with history and ruins - a great place to explore. Take the bus here or alternatively, a  pony trek.

Kalkan villa holidays

Kalkan is one of Turkey's most beautiful locations set along the Lycian coast.  Still undiscovered by the mass tourist market, it's an unspoilt traditional Turkish town with turquoise seas and historic architecture.  The town overlooks a beautiful bay where you can follow tiny narrow streets down to the harbour.  White-washed villas, unique shops and authentic restaurants make this town a great place to take a relaxing holiday.

Kusadasi villa holidays

What started out as a small fishing village is now a lively resort with a busy marina that's often a stop off for cruise ships.  With its sandy beaches, shops, bazaars, bars and restaurants lining the waterfront, it's not surprising why this resort continues to be so popular year after year.

A sight not to be missed for those taking a villa holiday in Kusadasi is the nearby 'Ephesus' - one of the greatest archaeological sites in the world.  Another must see is the extraordinary sale terraces of 'Pamukkale'!

Who do we recommend?

With so many companies to choose from, we have researched the market to find those with a wide range of options as well as some that are more specialist.  Browse our list below to find the right company for you, then click through to their web site for more information and how to book.  It couldn't be easier!

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